Assistant Manager/ Manager Purchase

Job Title: Purchase Manager

Department: Purchase

Experience Required: 5 to 10 Years from industrial / manufacturing purchase (Corrugated industry preferred)

Location: Factory - Daheli, Valsad, Gujarat,

Reports To: Purchase Head

Job Purpose:

To oversee the procurement of raw materials, consumables, spares, and services in a cost-effective, timely, and efficient manner, ensuring the uninterrupted operation of the factory while maintaining quality and supplier relationship standards.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Procurement Planning:

• Develop and implement purchase strategies aligned with production planning.
• Monitor inventory levels and plan replenishments without overstocking.
• Coordinate with the PPC and store teams to align material availability with production needs.

2. Vendor Development & Management:

• Identify, evaluate, and develop reliable suppliers and maintain vendor databases.
• Negotiate price, quality, delivery terms, and payment conditions with vendors.
• Conduct regular performance reviews of suppliers based on quality, delivery, and service.

3. Purchase Operations:

• Prepare and process Purchase Orders (POs) for raw materials (kraft paper, adhesives, etc.), consumables, and machinery spares.
• Ensure timely delivery and proper documentation (invoices, challans, test certificates).
• Coordinate with store and QC departments for incoming material inspection and acceptance.

4. Cost Control & Budgeting:

• Monitor purchase costs and work on cost-saving initiatives without compromising quality.
• Track market trends, price fluctuations, and raw material availability.

5. Compliance & Documentation:

• Ensure adherence to company procurement policies and statutory regulations.
• Maintain proper documentation for all purchases, including vendor agreements and approvals.

6. Reporting & Coordination:

• Generate MIS reports related to purchases, budget consumption, and vendor performance.
• Coordinate with accounts for vendor payments and reconciliation.

Key Result Areas (KRAs):

• Cost savings achieved through negotiations and alternate sourcing.
• On-time procurement against production requirements.
• Reduction in non-moving or excess inventory.
• Vendor delivery performance and quality compliance.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelors Degree (Preferably in Supply Chain, Engineering, or Commerce). MBA in Materials Management is an advantage.
• Minimum 5–10 years of experience in industrial/manufacturing purchase (corrugated industry preferred).
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of ERP systems, MS Excel, and basic accounting.

Kindly apply - hr@vidhishapaper.com